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Apr 24, 2024
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MLAB 2402 - Hematology & Hemostasis
Credit hours: 4
Prerequisites: Program Restriction-Enrollment limited to students admitted to the MLT program.
Course Description:
This course integrates the theory of hematology with application through assessment of laboratory test results. Laboratory test results are correlated with disease. Areas of study include formation of blood, composition of blood, morphology of blood cells and changes observed in blood cells in response to disease. An overview of coagulation theory is provided.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will:
- Determine the suitability of blood samples for hematologic/coagulation testing and perform the analysis of using the standard of care exercised by an entry level medical laboratory technician working in the hematology/coagulation laboratory.
- Correlate automated hematology test results with microscopic findings and report test results in the appropriate way.
- Initiate appropriate corrective action when laboratory equipment malfunctions or controls are out of range and use safe practice when disposing of blood and blood-contaminated consumables.
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